Forward Deployed AI Engineer - Cardiff

Circle Recruitment; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle Recruitment seeks a Forward Deployed AI Engineer to join its growing AI & Software team in Cardiff. You will lead the design, development and deployment of advanced AI solutions, collaborating with senior stakeholders and mentoring a growing team of engineers.

You will work on AI architectures, data pipelines and governance, with a hybrid working pattern in central Cardiff and a salary range that rewards experience.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and deploying AI-powered systems.
• Strong understanding of AI architectures and data pipelines.
• Mentoring and guiding junior engineers in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and deployment of AI-powered tools to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Design advanced AI solutions including automation, RAG, and LLM-based workflows.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver strategic AI initiatives with measurable business value.
• Provide guidance on AI architecture, tooling, and technology direction.
• Ensure systems are secure, scalable and governance-compliant.
• Monitor performance and optimise AI systems.
• Mentor and develop a small team of engineers.

Skills

AI engineering

Python

Java

JavaScript/TypeScript

RAG

LLM workflows

Data pipelines

Security & governance

Mentoring

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

Forward Deployed AI Engineer - Cardiff

Our client is looking to hire a couple of experienced Forward Deployed AI Engineers to join their Growing AI & Software team. In this position, you will lead on the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support business growth. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, guide technical direction, and mentor a growing team of engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and deployment of AI-powered tools to improve efficiency and productivity
• Design advanced solutions including automation, RAG, and LLM-based workflows
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and deliver strategic AI initiatives that deliver measurable business value
• Provide guidance on AI architecture, tooling, and technology direction
• Ensure systems are secure, scalable, and compliant with governance standards
• Monitor performance and continuously optimise AI systems
• Mentor and develop a small team of engineers while promoting best practices

Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with AI engineering, or software engineering (e.g. Python, Java, JavaScript / TypeScript etc.) with libraries / frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow etc.)
• Experience with RAG and LLM-based solutions
• Solid understanding of AI architectures and data pipelines
• Knowledge of security, compliance, and governance principles from a development perspective
• Proven mentoring and team development capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strategic, hands-on approach with a focus on delivery

This is a hybrid role in central Cardiff, with a starting salary of up to £45,000 - £53,000 depending on experience.

Unfortunately our client is unable to offer sponsorship for this position. In order to be considered you must have full right to work in the UK and live within commuting distance of Cardiff.

Keywords: AI Engineer / Forward Deployed Engineer / Artificial Intelligence / Software Engineer / Python / Java / JavaScript / Cardiff